This theater produces classic theatre as an essential means to enrich the community by embracing universal human experiences, expanding personal awareness, and challenging individual perspectives. The 2024-25 season lineup of productions is designed around the theme of powerful stories that delve into the depths of tenacity and determination.
The theater offers educational programs that connect students, educators, and the community with classic theatre and modern magic. Every year, the theater enriches the lives of over 18,000 Southern California students in their theatre, online, and in classrooms. They also have a summer program called Summer With Shakespeare that gives campers the opportunity to work with professional artists and technicians to gain an appreciation of Shakespeare's verse.
The theater is described as cozy, welcoming, and comfortable. The perfect size of the theater and the free parking available make it an ideal venue for a night out.
The theater offers a unique salon called The INsiders where patrons can exchange ideas on the plays. Discussions are led by the theater's resident dramaturg. The theater is also committed to building an anti-racist organization and acknowledges the traditional homelands of the Indigenous people.
The performances are described as high-quality, fun, and varied. The theater has a highly skilled group of professional actors who consistently deliver top-notch performances. The productions are also described as powerful and true to the spirit of classic theater.